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Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 08:00
In a recent, UK-wide survey of 2,000 carers, more than two thirds (71%) said they hadn't been able to take at least one week of holiday or have free time when they were not caring for someone.
For carers to have a well-earned rest they need to find interim replacement care and support for the person they look after. However, as the survey suggests, it can be hard to find.
Without a "break", it is all too easy to become exhausted, physically unwell or depressed, which can in turn affect the level of care they can provide.
Unbeknown to many, however, there are a range of services available which can help carers to have some time off, even if it is just for the day, or to plan a longer trip.
We would urge any carers to find out more about help available by visiting www.carersuk.org for a free copy of the Taking A Break factsheet or call CarersLine on 0808 808 7777 for more information.
Imelda Redmond
Chief Executive
Carers UK
It's £1.14 round our way. I can hardly afford to get to work!
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